Description
Creamy Tortellini Pasta with Beef, Spinach & Italian Sausage is a delightful comfort food that combines tender cheese tortellini with savory beef and fresh spinach, all enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce. This easy-to-prepare dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home, delivering a satisfying flavor that will please both kids and adults.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 10 ounces frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Seasonings: Cajun seasoning, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini in boiling salted water according to package instructions (about 3-5 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and brown the ground beef (about 7-9 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion to the skillet; cook until softened (4-5 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and spinach; cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- In a separate saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and whisk in flour to create a roux (about 1 minute).
- Gradually add whole milk and chicken broth while whisking to avoid lumps; simmer until slightly thickened (5-7 minutes).
- Lower heat and stir in heavy cream, cheeses, and seasonings until smooth.
- Combine cooked tortellini and meat-spinach mixture into the sauce; stir until well-coated.
- Serve hot garnished with extra Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding bell peppers or mushrooms. To make it vegetarian-friendly, omit the meat and add more vegetables like zucchini or carrots. This dish can be made ahead of time; simply reheat before serving.